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The First Mind, or Social Mind, is the one you were born with. It is obviously influenced by your family, friends and experience. Unfortunately, this doesn't really present a life map that is accurate and designed to lead to a happy, fulfilled life.
Read more…The Chinese Lunar Calendar starts on Chinese New Year, which falls generally on the first full moon in February. Each moon is divided into two parts, and each has it's own festivals and celebrations.
Chinese New Year starts the year with The First Mo
Read more…Remember the discussion I posted way earlier where I said wherever in the cycle you were, be prepared because it will change? Well, it sure did for me! Since I posted that article, I've gone through the down cycle. First, I went through a foreclosure
Read more…I found a book awhile ago, and wanted to bring it to your attention. It's called The Lunar Tao, the author being Deng Ming-Dao. This book goes day by day through the Chinese Lunar year, and gives a reading for each day, as well as an explaination of
Read more…Just thought I'd post a diagram that describes the Five Element Theory. Think, enjoy, then take an asprin!
One of the more difficult concepts in Taoism is wu-wei, or acting without acting. What exactly does that mean? How can you "act" without "acting? Well, for the answer, all you really have to do is look around, and you'll see plenty of examples!
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Read more…Think you're a Taoist? Great! But what kind? See if you fit into one of these groups.
Southern Taoism is an offshoot of Cheng-I Taoism. It dates back to the 11th century, and is the only liturgical tradition surviving today. The priests perform litur
Read more…I received an email from Crystal Tiger today, and I wanted to share it with you, so here goes.
Hi Brian,
The Tea Room is perfect for a chat over a beverage that many people enjoy all across our planet. When tea is used as a stimulant, let there be
Read more…Today is the Summer Solstice. The yang part of the year has reached it's peak, and although it's the first day of summer, the daylight begins to decline. This is also a good time to reflect on our path through life. Where are we on our journey? Are w
Read more…Today is the 113th day of the Lunar calendar, 23rd day of the Plum Moon, and 8th day of the Solar Term called " Grain Fills. " This is a fasting day in the Taoist calendar.
Fasting doesn't mean one has to go hungry. A fast can be going without someth
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